Health & Performance Blogs
Fasting and Women’s Hormones: A Biblical and Science-Based Guide to Fasting Wisely
Faith, Physiology, and the Wisdom to Know the Difference. Fasting is a spiritual discipline. It is not a requirement for righteousness, weight loss, or worth.
Fueling the elite tennis athlete in < 500 words!
Tennis is a high-intensity, intermittent sport requiring explosive power, endurance, and focus. Matches can last from 45 minutes to 5+ hours, often in hot, humid conditions.
Understanding Vasovagal Syncope in Athletes
Vasovagal syncope, sometimes called vasovagal syndrome, is surprisingly common. Up to one-third of people experience at least one episode in their lifetime, and by age 60, that number rises to around 40%. For runners and student athletes, it can be especially frustrating and discouraging.
Fueling the Elite Youth Hockey Athlete for Greatness!
Youth hockey is fast, physical, and demanding. In this post, I share a simple, science-based game plan parents and coaches can use to help players stay strong and energized all season long. The foundation? Hydration, quality fuel for working muscles, and smart post-game recovery.
Nutrition for the Plant-Based and Vegan Student Athlete
This blog will identify the key difference between plant-based and animal proteins, considerations to make with plant-based diets, and strategies for athletes to implement a plant-based way of eating and perform at their best.
Under-fueling without realizing it